Modern Lounge Chairs
MODERN STYLE
The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
Style: Modern
Color: Brown
De Sede Leather Lounge Chair Armchair Creme Paolo Piva
By Paolo Piva, De Sede
Located in Munich, Bavaria
De Sede leather armchair designed by Paolo Piva.
Great comfort and a Classic timeless design by De Sede.
With patina on the leather and beec...
Category
1990s Swiss Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Wood
Rodolfo Dordoni "Atlan" Chair for Minoti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Atlan is designed for Minotti by Rodolfo Dordoni. The frame is made from square tubular metal 22x 22 mm in size and round tubular metal 18 mm in diameter. The finish is in bright bla...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Contemporary lounge chair, "Lounger" by Jaime Hayon, walnut, vintage leather
By Jaime Hayon
Located in Barcelona, ES
In the wake of its success, BD Barcelona Design has added other pieces to the Collection by Jaime Hayon, one of these being: The Lounger. It has an elegance carried throughout the se...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Loka Armchair, Comfortable Design Upholstery Modern Style
By Lorenz+Kaz
Located in Milan, Lombardy
In the elegant and harmonious stylistic cipher of the Lorenz * Kaz duo we find, as always, a profound connection with the Bauhaus and Nordic design, blended with an unmistakable "Sou...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
20th Century Pair of Girogetti Armchairs by Umberto Asnago
Located in Marbella, ES
20th century pair of Girogetti armchairs by Umberto Asnago
Pair of wooden armchairs with their original upholstery, crafted by Giorgetti following the straight line designs of Umber...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
Couture Armchair Degraded Birch Backrest With Black Leather Upholstered
Located in Barcelona, ES
The Couture Armchair is a fusion of artisanal and industrial techniques. The stitches represent a topographic map resulting in an organic pattern, simulating the growth in wood. The ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Birch
Contemporary "Lane" Leather, Brass & Wood Sling Chair by Alex Drew & No One
Located in Detroit, MI
The “Lane” lounge chair is from the 2018 collection of Alex Drew & No One. Inspired by traditional craftsmanship while incorporating a modern edge, AD&NO's work plays on light, textu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Copper, Metal, Brass
Low Lounger, Swivel Wooden Armchair upholstered in leather by Jaime Hayon
By Jaime Hayon
Located in Barcelona, ES
When in 2006, we decided to bet on Jaime Hayon’s talent and successful Showtime Collection, he was still an emerging youngster with an artistic profile not so common at the time. He ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Pair of Contemporary Lounge Chairs in Mohair Scalloped Backrest
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Contemporary lounge chairs in the style of Josef Hoffmann. Scalloped back chairs upholstered in luxurious Mohair with piping on the outer ed...
Category
2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Foam, Wood
Gorgeous High Back Lounge Chair
Located in North York, ON
Gorgeous high back lounge chair. This lounge chair is simply luxurious. Curved armrests, braided leather piping on the edges, and a black wood ...
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Sculptural Mid-Century Modern American Chair
Located in New York, NY
Newly refinished MCM American chair with Jens Risom character. Seat has been upholstered in Nanna Ditzel grey wool.
Great sculptural style.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak
Italian Design / Mid-Century Style Modern Lounge Chair by Andrea Branzi, 1993
Located in New York, NY
An iconic, visually stunning modern design armchair by Andrea Branzi in a matt anodized steel frame with a molded beech wood back support and arm structure in the form of reverse rib...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
1970 Pair of Armchairs Covered in Floral Print Linen, Metal Base
Located in Milano, IT
1970 pair of armchairs covered in floral print linen, metal base, padding in hypoallergenic polyurethane foam.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Modern Exotic Wood and Leather Lounge Chair from Costantini, Belgrano 'In Stock'
By Costantini
Located in New York, NY
The Belgrano lounge chair is inspired by mid-twentieth century modernist design and features an ergonomic design that can be customized with the use of accent pillows. It features a ...
Category
2010s Argentine Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Contemporary Armchair in Italian Walnut, Steel & Glass w/ Italian Linen Cushions
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This armchair is structured in solid black walnut with armrest and legs in glass. The metallic frame and joints are made of oxidized steel. All solid wood is fixed with natural glue, while gaskets are in cork and canvas. All surfaces are then treated with beeswax.
The slip covers are made of 100% natural, raw, hand-loomed linen, with interior covers made of 100% cotton. Pillow laces...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Gabriella Folding Chairs Model D.270.2 by Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in Atlanta, GA
Designed in his later years in 1970, Gio Ponti's Gabriella folding chair model no D.270.2 is a modern interpretation of historical folding chairs that were praised for their mobility...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of Modern Italian High Back Lounge Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stylish pair of Mid-Century lounge chairs feature high sculpted seat backs, comfortable and accommodating seats and tapered hardwood legs. Exquisite two tone fabric is complimen...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Opposing Modern Lounge Chairs in Plush Grey
Located in North York, ON
These Modern lounge chairs are fabulous. One has a left arm, the other has a right, and each sits atop espresso colored wooden legs. Both are newly upholstered in a gorgeous, plush g...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Rare James Mont Upholstered Lounge Chair
By James Mont
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A rare James Mont lounge chair with curved arms. Another one available to make a pair.
Category
1950s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs
Mid-20th Century Danish 'Easy Chair, '
Located in Kastrup, DK
Danish cabinetmaker 'Easy Chair' with mahogany legs.
Re-upholstered with fabric from Gastón y Daniela,
Denmark, 1930-1940.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Pair French Mid-Century' Modern Neoclassical Armchairs Attr. Jean-Charles Moreux
Located in New York, NY
Stunning pair of French 1930s de-mountable Wood and Leather Campaign lounge or club chairs attributed to Jean Charles Moreux in the modern neoclassical style with elegant carved wood...
Category
1930s French Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Rare Belgian Mid-Century Modern Fireside Lounge Chair by Marcel Baugniet
Located in New York, NY
Rare Belgian Mid-Century Modern 1940s Lounge Chair / fireside chair,/ armchair / club chair by the leading Belgian modernist designer, Marcel Baugniet (1896-1995, Liege, Belgium). The chair is visually dramatic . It is sleek and low to the ground...
Category
1940s Belgian Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Rope, Wood
Room & Board Leather Swivel Lounge Chair
Located in Countryside, IL
Room & Board Leather Swivel Lounge Chair
This lounge chair measures: 29.5 wide x 33 deep x 34 high, with a seat height of 18.5 and arm he...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Rope Lounge Chairs attributed to Pierre Jeanneret
Located in New York, NY
Fantastic pair of sculptural teak and rope low lounge chairs attributed to Pierre Jeanneret. These chairs were sourced from Chandigarh India in the early 2000s. These exact chairs appeared in Sothebys 20th Century Design, Lot 64, June 2015 along with other Jeanneret items.
Similar in character to Jeanneret’s kangaroo chair...
Category
1950s Indian Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rope, Teak
Audoux & Minet Rope Armchair for Vibo Vesoul, France, circa 1940
Located in London, GB
French designers Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet were committed to a design ethos based on accessible materials as a means of serving modern life. In reaction to the Paris Exposition d...
Category
1940s French Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Seagrass, Rope, Bentwood
Square Armchair Upholstered in Custom Velvet Colors
Located in New York, NY
This is a one-of-a-kind armchair that perfectly matches the square shapes of its structure with the soft curves and comfort of the upholstery. The padded structure is upholstered in a different fabric as the seat and back pillows. You can mix and match different materials to obtain the result you want and that your project needs.
Pictured Materials: Blue Haze...
Category
2010s European Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
High Back Wing Chair Upholstered in Custom Velvet Color
Located in New York, NY
This Lounge chair measured proportions perfectly balance thickness and straight lines. The four-leg structure is presented in wood while the seat, back, and armrest are fully upholst...
Category
2010s European Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood, Velvet
Wing Armchair with Ottoman Upholstered in Custom Velvet Color
Located in New York, NY
This Lounge chair measured proportions perfectly balance thickness and straight lines. The four-leg structure is presented in wood while the seat, back, and armrest are fully upholst...
Category
2010s European Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Minimalist Lounge Chair in Custom Velvet Color
Located in New York, NY
This stunning armchair is the result of highly innovative solutions attached to functional and cozy shapes, merging in a harmonious craftwork design. Without armrests, the wide back ...
Category
2010s European Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Extra Deep Lounge Chair in Custom Velvet Color
Located in New York, NY
The back and the seat of this armchair designed with a slight ergonomic curve to upgrade your level of relaxation for prolonged sittings. The solid metal structure in black texturize...
Category
2010s European Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Swivel Armchair W Ottoman in Leather & Polished Stainless Steel
Located in New York, NY
Swivel lounge chair with a curved body shape. The metallic base can swivel 360 degrees.
Shown here in Leather and Columbia Toffee Fabric.
Stainless steel base in polished stainl...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Swivel Armchair Offered in Custom Velvet Shown in Amber
Located in New York, NY
Swivel lounge chair with a curved body shape. The metallic base can swivel 360 degrees.
Dimensions:
W 87 cm x D 88 cm x H 100 cm - Seat Height 43 cm
34.25" W x 34.75" D x 39.5" H - Seat Height 17"
Shown here in Amber velvet...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Swivel Lounge Chair Made to Order in Faux Leather
Located in New York, NY
This timeless armchair coordinates perfectly its materials in a one-of-a-kind piece, especially when presented in a cross-stitched seam. ?A powerful and embracing structure where a h...
Category
2010s European Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Limited Edition 'Sobreiro' Armchair by the Campana Brothers, Brazil, 2018
Located in Utrecht, NL
Made in limited edition of only 150, the “Sobreiro” (Portuguese for cork oak tree) armchair is part of the small exclusive Sobreiro Collection of cork furniture designed by the Campa...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cork
Swivel Armchair Offered in Custom Velvet Shown in Yellow
Located in New York, NY
Swivel lounge chair with a curved body shape. The metallic base can swivel 360 degrees.
Dimensions:
W 87 cm x D 88 cm x H 100 cm - Seat Height 43 cm
34.25" W x 34.75" D x 39.5" H ...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Louis Vuitton Lounge Chair Designed by Marcel Wanders
Located in New York, NY
Louis Vuitton lounge chair designed by Marcel Wanders Studio. Marcel Wanders designed this lounge chair for the Objets Nomades collection. It looks like...
Category
2010s French Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Tufted Chairs by Milo Baughman
Located in San Francisco, CA
Tufted tub chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. A rare, early style that marked the beginning of their long collaboration. Walnut frames support...
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Alpaca
Floor Sample Marelli Sign Armchair By Paolo Salvade in Boucle Upholstery
Located in Boston, MA
Designed By Paolo Salvade
Sign is a fresh design with curved and comfortable lines.
Finishes: Fabric Cat. G. ART. Orsetto 01/1, Wooden Base OPR15 Moka, Matt Stained Oak
Category
2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Frigerio Salotti Modell Cooper Loveseat Armchair Leather Chair Cognac Set of 2
By Frigerio
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Frigerio leather armchair Modell Cooper that is also a loveseat.
The sizes of this Modell Cooper is medium with depth of 103 cm.
Featuring maximum softness, the Cooper armchair...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Wood
"Xitle" Lounge Chair
By ADN Studio
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
The "Xitle" lounge chair is part of ADN Studio´s Volcan Collection. This collection seeks to go back to basics. It is a subtle and refined interpretation of the archetypical Modern f...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Hardwood
Contemporary Lounge Chair Set of 2 in Camel Velvet
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted armchair set upholstered in camel velvet and elevated on a black metal structure.
Standard measurements
L 27,95 x D 34,65 x H 31,50 x SH 15,75 in
Fabric: Camel cotton ve...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Rare Karl Springer Dowelwood Lounge Chair and Ottoman with Sheepskin Cushions
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
This is a fabulous example of Karl Springer's acclaimed and rare cerused oak "Dowelwood" line. An extra large lounge seat and a huge matching ottoman make for the perfect place to sp...
Category
1970s North American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Royere Armchair Signed by Omar Chakil
By Omar Chakil
Located in Geneve, CH
Royere armchair signed by Omar Chakil
“3EIN ROYERE” armchair -French oak, cotton, wool, cotton velvet
Measures: Height 100cm x 88cm width x depth 104cm
...
Category
2010s Egyptian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak
Lounge Chair in Caviona Wood and Tan Leather by José Zanine Caldas, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Lounge chair in caviona wood with tan leather upholstered seat and backrest. Designed by José Zanine Caldas, Brazil, circa 1960.
Category
1960s Brazilian Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of Modern Wing Chairs in Designer Grey by Carrocel
By Carrocel
Located in North York, ON
Carrocel custom Italian sleek high back modern frames. Finished in a designer grey finish and upholstered in a modern designer weave covering. These frames can be custom finished and...
Category
2010s Canadian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
De Sede DS 159 Brown Naturale Leather Pair of Armchairs
By De Sede
Located in Munich, Bavaria
De Sede leather armchair model DS 159. Produced at the year 2010.
The leather is the highest De Sede leather quality DS Naturale leather Fb 55 espresso.
A fine soft premium leather...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood, Leather, Upholstery
De Sede Ds 17 Leather Lounge Chair Armchair Dark Blue
By De Sede
Located in Munich, Bavaria
De Sede leather armchair DS 17.
The leather is the DS Club leather a thick Semianiline leather in dark blue.
Great comfort and a Classic timeless design by De ...
Category
1990s Swiss Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Wood
HL Cafe Chair
By Klein Agency
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cafe chair. Quirky and young, our HL dinning chair is made with solid white oak. Split legs and cylindrical shapes give it a fresh, fun look. We love worki...
Category
2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Pair of Brown Tufted Leather Chairs by Arne Norell
By Dan Johnson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Brown Tufted Leather Chairs by Arne Norell
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Modern lounge chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern lounge chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage lounge chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern lounge chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original lounge chairs, popular names associated with this style include Royal Stranger, George Yabu & Glenn Pushelberg, De Sede, and Artefatto Design Studio. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for lounge chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $192 and tops out at $146,216 while the average work can sell for $4,504.
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